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黙
On'yomi
モク・ボク
MOKU / BOKU
Kun'yomi
だま.る・もだ.す
damaru / modasu
silence · become silent · stop speaking · leave as is
Details
Strokes15
Frequency#1338
Radical黒black(12)
Old Form默
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Component Breakdown
黙=
里犬灬
village + dog + fire
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of black and dog. Black dog.
Symbolism
Silence, be silent, wordless. Represents silence.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Exchanging words
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
沈思黙考
ちんしもっこう
being lost in deep thought; being lost in deep thought
熟思黙想
じゅくしもくそう
considering (a matter) carefully and silently; being lost in silent contemplation; considering (a matter) carefully and silently
沈黙寡言
ちんもくかげん
taciturn; reticent; taciturn
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 黙 mean in Japanese?
黙 means silence, become silent, stop speaking, leave as is.
How do you read 黙?
On'yomi: モク、ボク (MOKU, BOKU). Kun'yomi: だま.る、もだ.す (damaru, modasu).
How many strokes does 黙 have?
黙 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 黒 (black).
Is 黙 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 黙 (silence, become silent, stop speaking, leave as is) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.